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Little Blue Cottage - wooded getaway, near beaches and towns

Lakefront cottage with kitchen and patio

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Exterior
Firepit and we provide fire wood surrounded by four adirondack chairs
Living Area with west facing windows
Lake Suite sleeps 4-5 with a sink, mirror and separate lounge and seating areas.
Updated kitchen and amenities

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 10139.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Benton Harbor, MI
  • Place, Harbor Shores Golf Club
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, White Pine Winery
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Silver Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Lake Suite

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Living Room 1

1 Single Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Little Blue Cottage - wooded getaway, near beaches and towns

Our cozy, family-friendly, newly remodeled cottage is a stone's throw from Lake Michigan and near Harbor Shores. Great location for peace and quiet, surrounded by trees on a large wooded property and isolated from any nearby neighbors. It's close to beautiful downtown St. Joseph, but also not far at all to South Haven and Coloma. Beaches, boating, several golf courses and great dining are all closeby. Home is quiet, private, clean and cozy.

Vaulted ceilings over the kitchen, dining, and living areas. Two general sleeping areas: one we like to call the "Lake Suite" with 3 beds, study area and sink, and the other slepping area contains 2 bedrooms and a bathroom. Reclaimed wood can be found throughout the cottage from the former fruit stand that once was on the property. Everything here is brand new including the kitchen, bathroom, flooring and carpet, windows, paint and trim. We wanted to create a very comfortable space that would provide a cozy experience for you to relax and unwind all year. Check out the photos, we think you'll enjoy it!!

Rural wooded setting across the street from Lake Michigan. Closest neighbors are over 300' away. 8 minute drive from St Joseph and 20 minute drive from South Haven.

The exterior driveway is monitored by exterior camera for security and safety.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
A reminder that you can check-out anytime before 11:00
If you wouldn't mind leaving all used towels in the bathroom and leave all the bedsheets as they are, we'll take care of it!
When you're ready to leave please close all windows and lock all doors and press the [Yale] button on the keypad to lock the main door.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Smoking/Vaping Cleaning Fee: $200 Pet Cleaning Fee: $200
A charge of $20 per unregistered overnight guest, per night.
We're on a septic system, which means human waste only down the toilet and liquid only down the sinks

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Benton Harbor

Located in Benton Harbor, this cottage is in a rural area and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Silver Beach. Consider John EN Howard Bandshell for a night out or Margaret B. Upton Arboretum if you're travelling with kids. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Map
Benton Harbor, MI

What's nearby

  • Harbor Shores Golf Club - 7 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Lake Bluff Park - 8 min drive - 10.5 km
  • White Pine Winery - 8 min drive - 10.9 km
  • Silver Beach - 9 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Lakeland Regional Medical Center - 11 min drive - 13.6 km

Getting around

  • St. Joseph-Benton Harbor Station - 9 min drive
  • South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Riverside Tavern - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Anemel - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Vineyard 2121 - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪North Pier Brewing Company - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Houndstooth - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Little Blue Cottage - wooded getaway, near beaches and towns pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Little Blue Cottage - wooded getaway, near beaches and towns?

As of 5 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Little Blue Cottage - wooded getaway, near beaches and towns on 19 Dec 2025 start from AU$620.78, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Little Blue Cottage - wooded getaway, near beaches and towns?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Little Blue Cottage - wooded getaway, near beaches and towns?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Little Blue Cottage - wooded getaway, near beaches and towns?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Little Blue Cottage - wooded getaway, near beaches and towns located?

This family-friendly Benton Harbor cottage is located on a lake, 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Lake Michigan, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Silver Beach and Margaret B. Upton Arboretum. FuzzyButz Pet Bakery and Lions Park Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cassie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Perfectly located to surrounding beaches and kid activities. Kira was super communicative and welcoming!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

nicole b.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great week at the Little Blue Cottage. The cottage had pretty much anything you needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristin C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect place for our family

Nice, clean place to stay. It had everything we needed. Nice property and great location as well! We would absolutely recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Priscilla H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Grils trip

Great little place really close to sevwral attractions
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely stay

The cottage was exactly as depicted, and the communication with the owners was seamless and delightful. It had everything we needed, and we had a very nice time!! I would recommend to any family!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great getaway

Great cottage with short drives to great beaches, town, shops, and restaurants! Will definitely recommend to others and stay again if in the area! Loved all the games and amenities!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brent M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great!

Everything was great! Very cozy and welcoming. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathy E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Getaway

The Little Blue Cottage was perfect for our family’s getaway! Kira and Jean have thought of and provided everything necessary for families to feel at home away from home. The location is fantastic and the house had plenty of room for all of us.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Jamie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice place

This is a great little place with plenty of space to spread out. The “lake suite” is a wonderful bonus especially with kids! Great location, close to several destinations. Owners are very responsive and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

James T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent place

Clean, neat and responsive owner
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ahmad N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful place and host

Family friendly. Host was responsive and accommodating. If I’m the area again would definitely go again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ryan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice stay

My wife and I had a nice time staying in the cottage. I would recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karrie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location

This place was perfect for a long weekend beach vacation with a family of teenagers! Just close enough to great beaches and shopping. The house was adorable and had ample space for all of us. The teens enjoyed their own “space” with the bonus room!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natasha T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun stay - close to everything!

We had a great stay visiting family in Michigan. So much to do and everything is very close to the cottage (downtown St. Joes, Silver Beach, etc). The cottage is awesome for families and we felt like we had room to spread out. Host was also very communicative. Thanks for a fun trip!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Starr R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Time for Mom

My husband and I were grateful to have such wonderful hosts during our time of bereavement. The hosts were super quick to respond, the location was great and the house was immaculate. Check in and out was easy. In spite of the situation, we had a great stay. Thanks so much!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for Quiet Weekend

My wife and I just wanted a quiet, comfortable weekend away, and we definitely got it here. The amenities are great if you plan to hibernate, the property is clean and homey, and Kira’s communication throughout the process has been great. We would definitely consider staying here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matt L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Picture Perfect

Great place for a family. The place isn't only exceptionally clean, it's well decorated and very comfortable. Loved how they had coffee sitting ready for us to use in the morning. Only 5 minutes north of St. Joseph (i.e. great location). Hosts were extremely responsive and very nice. Great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short visit

Wonderful experience , the house is so cozy. The location is close to everything, but very private. Looking forward to coming back, for a longer visit
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thomas G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location and very clean place with all the amenities

Property was just as described. Very clean and all supplies provided. 10 minutes from Silver lake beach and secluded from neighbors. Highly recommend this place
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marie T., St joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quick visit

Second time staying here. Very cozy. Everything you need. Location is wonderful. Sue & Richard
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacey J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun weekend!

We had a family wedding in St. Joseph and this place was the perfect house to rent for the weekend. House was super clean and had all the amenities we were looking for. Very close to a public beach and felt so secluded from all the other homes in the area! Would go back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gloria N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nelson Michigan vacation

Very nice experience. House was immaculate, comfortable beds and plenty of linens. Kitchen very well appointed, every appliance and utensil provided. Children had a great space to play inside and out. Would definitely recommend the stay ☺️
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dawn G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Adorable!

Property was clean & adorable! Just a short drive to DT St. Joe. Proprty owner waa very responsive and personable. Definitely booking here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

SARA M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family time

We found “little blue cottage” welcoming and natural. Kia included a sweet welcome booklet and the house was adorable and cozy The larger office/ bedroom was perfect for my son, wife & 2 kiddos. Totally enjoyed the location and our time there!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Courtney

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Plenty of room for our family, the kids took up to back room and had a blast! Right off of M-63, which was a direct route to everywhere we wanted to go nearby. Plenty of room in the yard, fire pit was fun and we enjoyed scavenging in the woods. The house was clean and decorated beautifully. Our stay was very pleasant and comfortable.

About the host

Hosted by Kira Ho

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Welcome to our Little Blue Cottage!

Over the years, we found our families often in Southwest Michigan and so
when we had the opportunity to find a cottage we loved we knew that it
would be something our guests would love as well!
We know first-hand traveling with kids isn't always easy, so we try to
accommodate the littlest of guests. We hope that the space we've provided
for you is a cozy and comfortable setting for you to make memories with
your friends and family!

Kira + Jean

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